Separately, is a contemporary band based in New Jersey known for its "smooth and soulful" R&B and jazz-fusion sound. Doug Kershaw’s Alive & Pickin' (1975)

Typically includes Kershaw’s signature mix of frantic fiddling and accordion-heavy arrangements.

This album is a definitive example of Kershaw’s high-energy Cajun fiddle style, blending traditional Louisiana sounds with mainstream country and rock.

If you are looking for the modern group , they are active in the Northeast U.S. circuit, frequently performing at events like the Linden Summer Concert Series and the Rahway Culture Crawl. Their repertoire often includes: Original Compositions: Such as the single "Date Night" .

Doug Kershaw - Doug Kershaw: Alive & Pickin [LP Vinyl] - Amazon.com Music. Doug Kershaw. Amazon.com

Issued by Warner Bros. Records in 1975, it captures the raw, "live" feel of his performances. The Karickter Band